Our USA Today Crossword Hints for June 1, 2026 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. USA Today Crossword is a popular daily puzzle that tests the player’s vocabulary, spelling, and general knowledge skills. The puzzle is available in print and digital format and is enjoyed by people of all ages. The clues can range from easy to challenging and the player must use their critical thinking abilities to solve the puzzle. It is a great way to pass the time and challenge oneself.
USA Today Crossword Hints, June 1, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the USA Today Crossword on 6/1/26. The clues are listed below, and you can click/tap on a clue to go to its page for more detail, including definitions, but if you don’t want to be immediately spoiled, you can reveal letter by letter to still offer yourself more of a challenge before revealing the full solution.
-
1A. Condiment drizzled over takoyaki
-
5A. Young blokes
-
9A. Harsh-smelling
-
14A. 'My turn!'
-
15A. Grand-scale movie
-
16A. Scold mildly
-
17A. Kind of video that shows plants growing, say
-
19A. Desert sanctuary
-
20A. Copenhagen natives
-
21A. Tangled up
-
23A. Smoke-detector noise
-
25A. Skin condition linked to estrogen shifts
-
26A. Org. that checks boarding passes
-
28A. Unlucky thing to draw
-
33A. Events with pie contests and pig races
-
35A. Flower with over 300 species of showy blooms
-
36A. Me too
-
37A. Gets the suds out
-
39A. Boxing event
-
41A. Center of an ear
-
42A. ___ out (just manage)
-
43A. Discount grocer with 25-cent carts
-
45A. Ice breath and heat vision, e.g.
-
47A. Where many retirees head in winter
-
50A. Insta upload
-
51A. Piece with a point
-
52A. Boozy holiday drinks
-
56A. Rope thrown from horseback
-
59A. Censorship-fighting org.
-
60A. Put into practice
-
61A. Once more
-
62A. Get out of Dodge, or what can precede the first words of 17-, 28- and 47-Across
-
64A. Feeling regret
-
65A. Bone-dry
-
66A. Garage sale caveat
-
67A. Scout's reward
-
68A. PC alternative
-
69A. ___ out (distribute)
-
1D. Caltech rival
-
2D. Surrounded by
-
3D. Arizona city in the Sonoran Desert
-
4D. Places to get free screwdrivers?
-
5D. Rental agreements
-
6D. Hinge or HelloChinese
-
7D. Insult
-
8D. Hypothetical situation
-
9D. Nuts squirrels squirrel away
-
10D. Shelters on ski trips
-
11D. Go upward
-
12D. Possible response to "Who ate the last cupcake?"
-
13D. __ Moines Iowa
-
18D. "Past Lives" star Greta
-
22D. Makes a scene?
-
24D. ___ Beta Kappa
-
26D. Japanese drum
-
27D. Tendon
-
29D. Path of a planet
-
30D. Speedway with a starting gate
-
31D. Love, in Spanish
-
32D. Traps in attics
-
33D. Mister Rogers' first name
-
34D. Organism with no true tissue
-
38D. Berry for flavoring gin
-
40D. Action film with a "Maverick" sequel
-
44D. Absolute flop
-
46D. Finish first
-
48D. ___ around (snooping)
-
49D. Like a newsroom on election night
-
53D. Pleased
-
54D. Fighter pilot's outfit
-
55D. Touch or smell
-
56D. Herb-heavy Lao meat salad
-
57D. Water, in Spanish
-
58D. Expressed in words
-
59D. Vibe
-
62D. Device for taking vids
-
63D. Beaver's project
The USA Today Crossword is a daily crossword puzzle that is published in the USA Today newspaper and on its website. The puzzle is known for its contemporary and pop culture references, as well as its accessibility to solvers of all skill levels.
The USA Today Crossword was first introduced in 2002, and has since become a popular source of entertainment and mental stimulation for crossword enthusiasts of all ages. The puzzle is created by a team of experienced crossword constructors, who are known for their creativity and skill in the field of crossword puzzles.
One of the unique features of the USA Today Crossword is its use of a non-standard grid, which can include circles or other shapes. This can make the puzzle even more challenging and interesting to solve. The puzzle also includes a variety of themed sections, which can add an extra layer of complexity to the solving experience.
If you’ve enjoyed this crossword, consider playing one of the other popular crosswords we cover, including: New York Times Crossword (and Mini), Daily Themed Crossword (and Mini), LA Times Crossword, and WSJ Crossword.
Comments